Two years ago, she was delivering parcels - now KWN is an R&B star
The R&B singer broke out with the single Worst Behaviour, which she sold on a custom-built website.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"You can fake streams, followers, likes... all of that stuff. But selling out a venue and having real people come to see you is different."
— KWN , Celebrity
"That was just a crazy moment for me. I don't think the Sydney Opera House has ever had anybody come in there singing a bunch of sex songs before."
— KWN , Celebrity
"I was like, 'I don't know, that might make us look a little bit desperate'."
— KWN , Celebrity
"'No, trust me. If we sell it to 500 people for £1.99, that's £1,000 in our pocket and we can release it [properly].'"
— Carlyn Calder , Celebrity
"It was crazy. We were both mad sick."
— KWN , Celebrity
Key People
Carlyn Calder is KWN's manager who played a key role in her career transition.
Kehlani is an American singer and songwriter.
Khyra Wilson is the real name of the R&B singer KWN.
KWN is an R&B singer who gained fame with her single Worst Behaviour.
All Coverage
The R&B singer broke out with the single Worst Behaviour, which she sold on a custom-built website.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
Ayra Starr on her secret relationship and teasing Stevie Wonder
The musician shares the personal stories behind her third album, and the time she teased a legend.
August 12, 2026 at 11:19 PM'She was just Gaynor from up the road' - villagers ready for emotional Bonnie Tyler goodbye
She was the global superstar that people in a small Welsh village felt they all knew personally.
August 14, 2026 at 06:00 AMWhy is Selena Gomez being sued?
BBC journalist Ana Guerra-Moore looks at why investors who backed Wondermind Global are claiming the pop star failed to fulfil promises.
August 14, 2026 at 04:59 PMWhy is Selena Gomez being sued?
BBC journalist Ana Guerra-Moore looks at why investors who backed Wondermind Global are claiming the pop star failed to fulfil promises.
August 14, 2026 at 05:16 PMTwo detained after French influencer's scorched body found in vineyard
Sonia Bellina's body was "abandoned" after "a murder of rare savagery", the family's lawyer says.
August 19, 2026 at 04:04 PMAngélique Kidjo makes history for Africa with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Without Africans, no music is possible on this planet, says the 66-year-old musical icon from Benin.
August 19, 2026 at 02:36 PM